Arkansas forward and Southeastern Conference Player of the Year Bobby Portis says he is declaring for the NBA draft after his standout sophomore season.The 6-foot-11 Portis averaged 17.5 points and 8.9 rebounds per game this season, leading the Razorbacks (27-9) to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2008.Portis announced his decision on his Twitter page.Hog Basketball fans wait in anticipation to see if another Arkansas player will return next season or plan to enter the NBA draft - Michael Qualls.SEC Player of the Year Bobby Portis and Michael Qualls will address the media at 4 p.m. Tuesday. The University of Arkansas has called a special press conference . Fans will find out whether or not they will leave Arkansas and enter their names into the NBA draft. READ: Portis named SEC Player of the Year.

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. —

Arkansas forward and Southeastern Conference Player of the Year Bobby Portis says he is declaring for the NBA draft after his standout sophomore season.

The 6-foot-11 Portis averaged 17.5 points and 8.9 rebounds per game this season, leading the Razorbacks (27-9) to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2008.